Blank Chore Charts Won My Kids Over

-- The power of negotiation.
Did my kids want something? A privilege of some sort? A reward? They learned the household rules quickly. If you want something (like permission) from Mom, then bring something of your own to the table. Give to get. Like a completed homework or chore chart with no prodding and no nagging.

-- Pleasing mom is good. Very, very good.
An important lesson in nearly every home I've ever been privileged to be a part of is "when Mom's happy, everyone's happy". That is true in our home, too. I told my kids straight up what made me happy: obedient kids with a cheerful attitude. Their willingness to take on age-appropriate responsibilities truly did make me very happy for them, for I knew how vital that skill would be later on in their lives. By using blank chore charts filled out with each child's specific responsibilities, we all knew exactly what was expected of us.

And yes, I made a BIG DEAL out of it when they did their part. That's the point!!

-- The sooner it's done, the sooner it's done.
It didn't take my kids long to learn that procrastination actually worked against their own wishes. If they wanted play time, the fastest route to that play time was getting their work done - and their school planner, printable homework charts or customized chore charts showed them exactly what they had to do.

Your kids will be thrilled with customized blank chore charts that fit their personalities. The best part is you can do it easily and for free. Here's one place to get you started. (Remember to look for royalty free images, unless you don't mind paying for them!)

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